Hypnotic (Noun)
Meaning
A drug that induces sleep.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor prescribed a hypnotic to help the patient overcome her insomnia.
- The medication was a strong hypnotic that caused drowsiness and disorientation.
- Some people become dependent on hypnotics to fall asleep every night.
- Aiming to reduce his reliance on hypnotics, he started practicing relaxation techniques before bedtime.
- Certain hypnotics can have adverse effects, such as grogginess and confusion, when taken for extended periods.